Anyone know of any good books or websites devoted to step-parents, specifically stepmoms? I have a 9 year old stepson and am constantly looking for ways to improve our already amazing relationship. Just curious - I have a hard time tracking down books dealing with this subject that aren't negative. Any info would be greatly appreciated!
2007-01-23 15:05:21 · 4 answers · asked by pamperedrotten 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Joy of Stepmomming. Cynthia L. Copeland
http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/yourchild/steppar.htm
What are some recommended books on step families?
Remarriage and step parenting resource list—recommended books for young children through teens, and books for parents.
What are some other sources of information and support for stepparents?
Stepparenting from Florida Extension provides tips and information for successful stepparenting.
The Stepfamily Foundation provides telephone and in-person counseling, and information to create a successful step relationship. Their counselors specialize in stepfamily counseling. They also offer information in Spanish on their website. Call 212-877-3244.
The Stepfamily Association of America offers an 8-step program, a newsletter, books, counselor referrals, local chapters, and supports research and advocacy. Call 1-800-735-0329.
The Stepfamily Network works to educate all members of stepfamilies and professionals who work with them. Their site has lists by state of resources and support groups for stepfamilies. Call 1-800-487-1073.
Co Mamas has tips on how step moms and ex-wives can get along better for the sake of the children.
Blended Families An Anthology
Step-Parenting
Divorce Poison: Protecting the Parent-Child Bond from a Vindictive Ex
The Not So Wicked Stepmother, A Book for Children and Adults
Women of Divorce: Mothers, Daughters, Stepmothers - The New Triangle
You're Not My Mom!: Confessions of a Formerly "Wicked" Stepmother
Be a Great Divorced Dad
Becoming Family: How to Build a Stepfamily That Really Works
Sun and Storms: Chronicles of a Stepfamily
Brave New Stepfamilies: Diverse Paths Toward Stepfamily Living
When Elephants Fight: A Guide to Effective Stepparenting
Remarried with Children: Ten Secrets for Successfully Blending and Extending Your Family
7 Steps to Bonding with Your Stepchild
Stepcoupling : Creating and Sustaining a Strong Marriage in Today's
Blended Family
Blended Families An Anthology
Living with My Stepfather Is Like Living with a Moose
Stepfather's 30 Day Wisdom Guide
Blended Families Workbook: Creating Harmony as You Build a New Home Life
2007-01-23 19:00:04 · answer #1 · answered by blevins2147 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For some reason this occasion annoys the CRAP out of me. I hear lots of thoughts of a mom (generalisation, yet i've got ordinarily heard it authentic to women folk individuals) putting youngsters 2d to an abusive companion. i do no longer even think of those women folk deny the reality their toddlers are being abused. they only look any opposite direction because of the fact they choose love. this is egocentric and that i can not are conscious of it in any respect. i will understand them being frightened of leaving becauase of abuse. yet even in that undertaking, maximum real mothers could take the thrashing from the guy for the toddlers. i comprehend if a bf of mine went to hit my new child i could step top interior the midsection. yet after that who's well-known with what i could do to him for attempting to harm my new child. i'm pregnant atm, so can not totally understand the affection of a youngster. I do although have a nephew i'm prepared on and if every person had to harm him i do no longer comprehend how i could react. i could die for him and he's purely a nephew, i can not even start to think of how i'm going to experience of my own new child. maybe those mothers are lacking instincts?
2016-11-01 03:23:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simply act like a parent and a friend to the child ( NO book can tell u that :) take him out to eat sometimes go bowling play board games with him he will ADORE u GOOD LUCK HOPE I HELPED!!
2007-01-27 02:00:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to yahoo groups and join this one:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SPIN2003/?yguid=262445297
SPIN2003
Stands for Step Parents In Need.
Much venting, but a lot of sharing tips too.
Sounds like you will be a help to others there as well.
2007-01-23 15:41:51 · answer #4 · answered by imjustasteph 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋